Research Faculty​/Extension Specialist - Potato Variety Development

The College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, Plant Sciences Department, is seeking to hire a fiscal year assistant professor for a tenure-track position. The faculty member is expected to conduct research and extension in agronomic and storage evaluation of potato varieties. The division of responsibilities includes: 65% scholarship & creative activity; 30% outreach & extension; and 5% university service & leadership.

The faculty member is expected to publish their research in refereed academic journals, present ndings at professional conferences and to extension clientele, mentor graduate students, and secure external grant funding to support their research and extension programs.

• A Ph.D. in agronomy, horticulture, crop science, plant physiology, plant science, or a closely related field to the domain of the position.
• Experience with agronomy, physiology, pest management, cultivar development, or storage.
• Experience initiating, completing, and publishing research ndings.
• Experience communicating both orally and in writing.

• Experience developing and implementing research and extension programs.
• Demonstrated experience working on an agronomically important crop or experience in potato production systems.
• Demonstrated knowledge of potato quality and storage management.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and industry personnel as part of a team.
• Evidence of securing external grant funding to support the research program.
• Demonstrated ability to manage staff and mentor students.